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Removing stickers - ncgeezer_imp - 03-09-2014
This is probably a newbie question, but what suggestions do you guys have for removing gas tank stickers safely? Thanks
RE: Removing stickers - Tripod_imp - 03-09-2014
I used a heat gun to warm them up and then peeled them off. The residue I wiped off with Turtle Wax adhesive remover. No problem. A hair dryer will also work...
RE: Removing stickers - ncgeezer_imp - 03-09-2014
(03-09-2014, 10:44 PM)Tripod_imp Wrote: I used a heat gun to warm them up and then peeled them off. The residue I wiped off with Turtle Wax adhesive remover. No problem. A hair dryer will also work...
Thanks!
RE: Removing stickers - Lord Popgun - 03-10-2014
Be careful with a heat gun. Use low heat so as not to heat the paint too much. A hair dryer will work too. Or let them sit in the sun for a while.
They come right off like Tripod said.
RE: Removing stickers - hondahoarder_imp - 03-10-2014
Blow dryer is safer
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RE: Removing stickers - The Spaceman_imp - 03-10-2014
I peeled mine with no heat. Just a fingernail and a nice slow pull worked for me. Maybe it's so hot in Florida the metal is "pre-heated."
RE: Removing stickers - Tripod_imp - 03-10-2014
(03-10-2014, 01:11 AM)Lord Popgun_imp Wrote: Be careful with a heat gun. Use low heat so as not to heat the paint too much. A hair dryer will work too. Or let them sit in the sun for a while.
They come right off like Tripod said.
Yes, definitely be careful with the heat gun, you don't want to ruin that beautiful paint!
RE: Removing stickers - ChipBeck_imp - 03-10-2014
Use a blow dryer for about 30 seconds. Peel them off. The safest substance to get any adhesive residue off of painted parts is WD-40. It will not harm paint and dissolves adhesive.
Chip
RE: Removing stickers - ncgeezer_imp - 03-10-2014
Thanks everybody - got them about an hour ago. Tank is polished and ready for my morning ride.
RE: Removing stickers - GoldOxide_imp - 02-09-2019
If the label has baked to the point of crumbling (due to the effects of UV sun exposure), peel what you can as members suggested. Any annoying residue can be "polished" or wiped off with common varsol / recordsol, followed up by soap and water (or similar), and if required, some vehicle polish. Remember: In the case of the tank, the paint is gasoline resistant (to a point), so recordsol is relatively mild. Depending on the adhesive, rubbing alcohol might be enough too, as well as cooking oil/olive oil. Always try in a small area first to check results.
Avoid use of products like "Goof-off" and similar acetone-based gunk removers. You will take the finish coat off. Unless you are extremely steady-handed, maybe avoid the razor blade too.